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From l., Alyssa Evans, Molly Ernst, Doug De Visser, Stefanie Donahue, Oliver Lazenby, Kara Furr, Catherine Darkenwald, Janet McCall, Patrick Grubb, Louise Mugar and Ruth Lauman. Below: Gambit. With … more

Birch Bay Waterslides takes part in The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Birch Bay Waterslides joined hundreds of aquatic facilities in more than 20 countries that participated in The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on June 22. As part of the … more

Letters to the editor: June 22-28

The Editor: Many of our valuable local businesses have reputations as forward-thinking social and environmental justice champions. Some of these happen to also be members of the … more

Seattle performers make an appearance in Birch Bay

The Seattle Seahawks Sea Gals cheerleaders and Blue Thunder drum line took a detour to Birch Bay Waterslides for some fun in the sun on June 24. [slideshow_deploy … more

Shutdown on the horizon, legislature inches closer to approving budget

By Stefanie Donahue State lawmakers have reached a preliminary budget agreement, according to a statement released June 28 by governor Jay Inslee’s office. They have until midnight … more

Blaine City Council approves task force recommendation

By Alyssa Evans Blaine City Council unanimously voted to approve a recommendation drafted by the city’s short-term revenue task force that details ways to generate revenue in the … more

Briefly

Blaine City Council adopts six-year transportation program Following a public hearing on June 26, Blaine City Council voted to adopt its six-year Transportation Improvement Program … more

Blaine gets its own “Little Free Library”

Girl Scout Troop 42415 installed a “Little Free Library” on H Street across from the school district office earlier this month. The library stand invites people to take a book … more

July 3 marks deadline to register to vote, change address

If the slate of general election candidates has you eager to vote, be sure your registration is up to date. Whatcom County residents have until Monday, July 3 to register to vote or … more

Blaine student places in international video contest

By Oliver Lazenby Katie Krofta, a Blaine resident and Lynden Christian High School senior, won $250 in an international video contest last month for a video about ocean … more

Incorporating antiques into modern-day home décor

By Ronell McAllister, manager of Applegrove Junction Antiques Many people hesitate to incorporate antique and vintage items, family heirlooms and cherished collections into their … more

Less is more when it comes to watering

By Alyssa Evans You may not know it but lawns don’t need to be watered every day to stay green. The city of Blaine and the Birch Bay Water and Sewer District … more

What to know before replacing home flooring

Whether you’re building a new house or making upgrades on a current home, there is a lot to consider when it comes to flooring. You will discover that the choices available have changed in recent … more

Remodeling your outdoor space? Consider a fireplace

While homeowners always wish they had unlimited resources to remodel, nearly everybody is forced to prioritize due to time and money. For lots of homeowners, extending living and entertaining areas … more

Blaine Planning Commission moves forward with two development projects

By Alyssa Evans Following action taken by the Blaine Planning Commission, two property owners in town are steps closer to seeing their development proposals come to … more

Blaine winery wins double- gold award

By Oliver Lazenby Blaine’s GLM Wine Co. won a double-gold award at the 2017 Seattle Wine Awards last month. The company’s Deluge 2015 won the award in the $20–$35 Cabernet … more

Summer events at the Blaine Library

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) recently rolled out its list of summer events and activities for readers of all ages and interests. Take a look at what’s in store at the Blaine Library … more

State association honors music teacher

Blaine piano teacher Patricia Jorgensen was inducted into the Washington State Music Teachers Association’s Hall of Fame at the organization’s annual banquet on June 22. Jorgensen started … more

Local nonprofit looks for community volunteers

By Alyssa Evans Volunteers are wanted for a local program that helps low-income seniors and adults with disabilities. The program, called the Volunteer Chore Program, is operated by … more

Whatcom County Sheriff's reports: June 3-12

June 3, 12:56 a.m.: Domestic physical on Halibut Drive. Ferndale man, 28, arrested for assault second degree and interfering with the report of domestic violence. June 3, 11:55 a.m.: … more
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